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Pressure Washers

Instruction Manual

WPX2700
WPX3200

Summary of Contents for WPX2700

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Page 3: ...e Washer Serial Number Purchase Receipt Please retain your tax invoice or purchase receipt to ensure warranty coverage DISCLAIMERS All instructions illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative reference views only Moreover because of our continuous product...

Page 4: ...y Nozzle 15 Spray Nozzle Selection 16 Pressure Washing Tips 17 Applying Detergent 17 Pressure Washing or Rinsing 17 After Each Use 18 Transporting The Pressure Washer 18 MAINTENANCE 19 Maintenance Precautions 19 Maintenance Schedule 20 Engine Oil 21 Engine Oil Specification 21 Checking Engine Oil 21 Adding Engine Oil 21 Changing Engine Oil 22 Air Filter 22 Cleaning the Air Filter Elements 22 Repla...

Page 5: ...rdous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Indicates a situation which could cause damage to the equipment personal property or the environment or cause the equipment to malfunction NOTE Indicates a procedure practice or condition that should be followed in order for the equipment to function in the manner intended SAFETY SYMBOLS Symbol Description Safety ...

Page 6: ...G The high pressure water stream can penetrate skin and its underlying tissues which can result in amputation or other serious injury The spray gun can entrap high pressure water even when engine is stopped and water is disconnected High pressure water leaks caused by loose fittings or damaged worn hoses can result in piercing injuries Do not treat fluid injection or piercing as a simple cut Consu...

Page 7: ...the pressure washer Never spray at glass when using the high pressure red 0 nozzle High pressure spray may damage fragile items Do not exceed rated pressure when operating the pressure washer Never move the pressure washer by pulling on any hoses Always use the handle to move it around Do not use or store the pressure washer in freezing conditions at or below 0 C Check that no ice has formed in or...

Page 8: ... Use unleaded petrol only Petrol is highly flammable and explosive Do not refuel while engine is hot running Do not touch hot surfaces on engine pump Do not spray electrical equipment Do not spray persons animals or plants Do not spray flammable dangerous liquids Wear safety goggles for eye protection Hold spray gun with both hands Using petro in minutes This is a poi Never use i or garage e and w...

Page 9: ...accessories 5 Proceed with assembly of the pressure washer see Assembly 6 Lift or wheel the assembled pressure washer off the carton and then recycle or dispose of the packaging materials properly ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS Check the accessories and components against those shown in Figure 2 If any items are missing please contact your Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment dealer 1 Pressure Washer ...

Page 10: ...rgent nozzle 11 Detergent Siphon Tube Connection between the detergent tank and the pump 12 Nozzle Cleaning Tool Use to clean any foreign material clogging the spray nozzle orifice 13 Hose and Nozzles Holder Provides onboard storage for the pressure hose nozzles and nozzle cleaning tool when not in use 14 Engine Provides the power to drive the pump 15 Fuel Tank Stores unleaded petrol to run the en...

Page 11: ...7 17 3 13 16 14 10 20 21 27 11 24 19 2 18 22 26 4 5 15 6 8 1 12 12 25 9 7 23 28 Figure 3 Main Pressure Washer Components ...

Page 12: ...surface if not already on the base of its shipping carton after unpacking 2 Place a piece of cardboard or other soft material on the ground and tip the pressure washer over onto its side This should protect the frame from being scratched and stop it from sliding about on the ground 3 Insert an axle through one of the wheels from the recessed hub side Then insert the protruding axle through the axl...

Page 13: ...NING TOOL Insert the spray nozzles and the nozzle cleaning tool into their respective marked positions on the hose and nozzles holder as shown in Figure 8 1 Spray Nozzle 2 Nozzle Cleaning Tool 3 Hose and Nozzles Holder Figure 8 Storing Spray Nozzles and Cleaning Tool SPRAY GUN AND LANCE 1 Check that the two O rings on the spray gun lance threaded coupling are intact and not damaged and then lubric...

Page 14: ... the cleaning application 2 Apply the trigger lock on the spray gun by rotating it away from the trigger and locking it into position within the detent on the hand grip as shown in Figure 12 Note Push the trigger forwards for ease of applying the trigger lock if necessary 1 Spray Gun 2 Trigger 3 Trigger Lock 4 Hand Grip Figure 12 Operating the Trigger Lock 3 Pull back the collar on the lance s qui...

Page 15: ...e engine and muffler are still hot Adding Engine Oil WARNING Internal pressure can build up in the engine crankcase while the engine is running Removing the oil fill plug while the engine is hot can cause hot oil to spray out of the crankcase and cause severe skin burns Allow engine oil to cool for several minutes before removing the oil fill plug dipstick NOTICE The pressure washer does not conta...

Page 16: ...le non flammable and non toxic pressure washer detergent added via the detergent tank and not pre mixed into the water supply Do not use any acid alkali flammable solvent insecticide poison or other harmful toxic substance that can cause physical injury by contact ingestion or inhalation Use only water soluble liquid cleaning detergent that is approved by its manufacturer for spray application Che...

Page 17: ...leed out any entrapped air in the hoses pressure pump and spray gun Continue until there is a steady stream of water coming out from the spray nozzle and then release the trigger STARTING THE PRESSURE WASHER DANGER Never operate the pressure washer in an enclosed area Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide Only operate the pressure washer outside and away from windows doors and vents CA...

Page 18: ...ger lock lever up into the SAFETY ON position as shown in Figure 12 2 Turn the engine switch to the ON position as shown in Figure 17 Figure 17 Engine Switch in the ON Position 3 Move the choke lever to the START position if the engine is cold see Figure 18 To re start a warm engine leave the choke lever in the RUN position Figure 18 Choke Lever in the START Position 4 Move the fuel valve lever to...

Page 19: ...Y ON position CHANGING THE SPRAY NOZZLE WARNING Always apply the trigger safety lock before changing the spray nozzle if the engine is running 1 If the engine is not running shut off the water supply release the trigger safety lock on the spray gun by rotating the trigger lock lever down into the SAFETY OFF position aim the spray gun in a safe direction squeeze the trigger briefly to relieve the c...

Page 20: ...aning of accumulated dirt grease grime mildew oil bird droppings etc from durable surfaces on houses fences driveways footpaths patios BBQs and so on NOTE This spray nozzle is not supplied as standard with the WPX2700 Green Medium Moderate general purpose cleaning of cars boats RVs outdoor furniture and other durable surfaces amenable to pressure washing White Low Gentle cleaning or rinsing of all...

Page 21: ... Install the black 60 spray nozzle 2 Check the detergent tank level and add detergent if required in accordance with the Adding Detergent instructions herein 3 Turn on the water supply and start the pressure washer 4 Apply the detergent to the surface working upwards from the bottom to the top in long even and overlapping strokes 5 Allow the detergent to soak in for a few minutes but do not let it...

Page 22: ...essure washer to cool down if the engine is still hot to the touch 14 Wipe down the pressure washer with a rag or chamois 15 Store the pressure washer in a clean dry and well ventilated place that is not subject to freezing temperatures TRANSPORTING THE PRESSURE WASHER The pressure washer should be switched off and the fuel valve lever should be moved to the OFF position before transporting the un...

Page 23: ... direction and pull the trigger to relieve any confined water pressure before carrying out maintenance WARNING Failure to correctly perform periodic maintenance or necessary repairs can cause the pressure washer to malfunction CAUTION Avoid skin contact with engine oil or fuel Prolonged skin contact with engine oil or fuel can be harmful Frequent and prolonged contact with engine oil may cause ski...

Page 24: ...st 20 Hours of Use After 50 Hours of Use or Every Year After 100 Hours of Use or Every Year Engine Oil Check Add Change Change Air Filter Elements Check Clean Clean Replace Fuel Strainer Clean Fuel Sediment Cup Clean Spark Plug Clean Adjust Replace Spark Arrester Check Clean Exterior Surfaces Check Clean Water Inlet Screen Check Clean Replace High Pressure Hose Check Spray Gun Check Spray Nozzles ...

Page 25: ...ne if running 3 Let engine cool for several minutes to allow the crankcase pressure to equalise 4 Use a rag to clean around the oil fill plug dipstick 5 Remove oil fill plug dipstick by unscrewing it anti clockwise see Figure 24 and wipe it clean 6 Re insert the oil fill plug dipstick without screwing it into the oil filler neck remove it and check the oil level indicated Acceptable Oil Level Oil ...

Page 26: ... plug 9 Fill crankcase with oil following the steps outlined in Adding Engine Oil 10 Dispose of used engine oil properly An alternative and superior method for draining is to use an oil extractor vacuum pump to remove the used oil via the oil fill plug hole NOTICE Never dispose of used engine oil by dumping the oil into a sewer on the ground or into groundwater or waterways Always be environmental...

Page 27: ...e filter element by immersing it in fresh water and applying a slow squeezing action Then remove the foam and squeeze out the excess liquid Allow to dry thoroughly NOTICE Never dispose of the used cleaning solution or solvent by dumping it into a sewer on the ground into groundwater or into a waterway Always be environmentally responsible Follow the guidelines of the government agencies for proper...

Page 28: ... responsible Follow the guidelines of the government agencies for proper disposal of hazardous materials Consult local authorities or reclamation facility 8 Re install the fuel strainer by hand inside the filler hole on top of the fuel tank see Figure 32 Make sure it is fully inserted into the opening and that the two notches in its rim align with the notches in the rim of the fuel tank filler nec...

Page 29: ...re are no fuel leaks turn the fuel valve to the OFF position SPARK PLUG Tools required 13 16 inch spark plug socket wrench spark plug gap tool or feeler gauge and wire brush The spark plug should be checked and cleaned after every 50 hours of use and replaced after 100 hours of use or every year whichever occurs first 1 Stop the pressure washer and let it cool down if it has been running 2 Move th...

Page 30: ...quivalent The use of a non recommended or incorrectly installed spark plug can result in damage to the engine 1 Gap 2 Ground Electrode 3 Gasket 4 Insulator 5 Terminal 6 Thread 7 Centre Electrode 8 Re install the spark plug by following the steps outlined below a Carefully insert the spark plug back into the cylinder head Hand screw the spark plug clockwise until it bottoms out seats b Use a spark ...

Page 31: ...ic bristle brush or a vacuum cleaner can be used to loosen and remove any built up dirt mud or other debris Low pressure compressed air not exceeding 200 kPa 29 psi can also be used to blow off any dirt or dust NOTICE Never use sprayed on water to clean the pressure washer Water may enter the fuel air intake or exhaust systems and damage the engine WATER SYSTEM Water Inlet Screen NOTICE Do not ope...

Page 32: ...place any O ring that is cracked split or otherwise damaged 6 Release the trigger lock on the spray gun by rotating it into its stowed position on the rear of the trigger as shown in Figure 12 Note Push the trigger forwards for ease of releasing the trigger lock 7 Test the trigger by pulling it backwards towards the pistol grip handle Check that the trigger springs back to its original position wh...

Page 33: ...arbed fitting on the bottom of the tank as shown in Figure 43 and flush the tank clean with running water from a garden hose 5 Check that the breather hole in the top of the detergent tank cap is unobstructed Clean it with running water and use the nozzle cleaning tool if necessary 1 Detergent Tank 2 Detergent Tube Figure 43 Disconnecting the Tube from the Detergent Tank 6 Check the detergent tube...

Page 34: ...ry is as follows a Disconnect the water supply hose high pressure hose and detergent tube from the water pump b Using a 10 mm spanner or socket wrench remove the four bolts that affix the water pump to the engine as shown in Figure 45 and then pull the pump off from the engine crankshaft entirely 1 Engine 2 Pump 3 Pump Mounting Bolt Figure 45 Removing the Water Pump c Clean the protruding stub of ...

Page 35: ... Follow the guidelines of the government agencies for proper disposal of hazardous materials Consult local authorities or reclamation facility LONG TERM STORAGE WARNING Never store a pressure washer with fuel in the tank indoors or in a poorly ventilated area where the fumes can come into contact with an ignition source such as a pilot light of a stove water heater clothes dryer or any other gas a...

Page 36: ...o re fill the tank if necessary rather than re using the old fuel If oil was inserted into the cylinder prior to storage the exhaust may smoke for a short while after starting the pressure washer this is normal and will cease within a minute or so of running time DISMANTLING AND DISPOSAL There is no requirement for the pressure washer to be dismantled during normal operation other than for major r...

Page 37: ... Fuel is stale contaminated with water or other foreign substance or is the wrong type 8 Drain fuel and refill with fresh fuel of the correct type Then clean the fuel sediment cup 9 Spark plug boot is not properly connected onto spark plug terminal 9 Push spark plug boot firmly onto spark plug 10 Spark plug is dirty or faulty 10 Clean or replace spark plug 11 Air filter is dirty or blocked 11 Chec...

Page 38: ...e check valve ball 9 If above possible causes are checked and eliminated pressure washer may be faulty 9 Take pressure washer to an authorised Westinghouse service dealer Pressure washer will not spray any water or will spray water with insufficient or unsteady flow rate or pressure 1 Spray gun trigger not actuated i e the spray gun is closed 1 Disengage the trigger safety lock and squeeze the spr...

Page 39: ...er is squeezed Replace spray gun if faulty 13 Pressure pump is faulty 13 Repair or replace water pump 14 If above possible causes are checked and eliminated pressure washer may be faulty 14 Take pressure washer to an authorised Westinghouse service dealer Water is ejected from the thermal relief valve whilst engine is running and the spray gun trigger is closed for an extended period i e idling wi...

Page 40: ... WATER PUMP AND ACCESSORIES Pump Type 3 Piston Axial Cam Aluminium Head and Casing Maximum Pressure bar psi 186 2 700 221 3 200 Maximum Flow Rate L min 8 7 9 5 Detergent Capacity L 1 9 Detergent Dilution Ratio 1 20 Detergent to Water Hose Length m 7 62 Spray Gun Trigger Control with Integrated Safety Lock and Steel Lance Quick Connect Nozzles 0 25 40 Wash 60 Detergent 0 15 25 40 Wash 60 Detergent ...

Page 41: ...37 WPX2700 AND WPX3200 WIRING DIAGRAM Oil Alert Unit Ignition Coil Oil Sensor Ignition Switch Spark Plug ...

Page 42: ...cation dismantling packing handling freight and reassembly or reinstallation charges Freight damage pre delivery service normal operating adjustments preventative maintenance service consumable items cosmetic damage corrosion erosion normal wear and tear performance merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are not covered under this Warranty Consumable items include detergent filters f...

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